Trimeric Corporation investigated the feasibility of a
highly-integrated, advanced amine scrubbing system, along with a novel
amine solvent, that can significantly reduce the parasitic energy
requirements. In Phase I, detailed costs for full-scale units were
prepared on the basis of rigorous process models, detailed heat and
material balances, and equipment selection. An economic and engineering
analysis were conducted and the results compared with the baseline
monoethanolamine scrubbing system. The appropriate construction
materials were to be evaluated and selected and Trimeric was to work
with contacts within the utility industry to develop realistic and
effective process integration strategies for steam system tie-ins,
additional heat recovery options, and operability. A plan for
integrating these amine units in a full-scale, coal-fired power plant
was also to be developed.